Aerobics

Yoga

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Sarah Maloney has been practicing yoga since 2001, and teaching since 2011. She began teaching yoga at her CrossFit gym, while earning her RYT 200 certification at The Yoga Place. Sarah enjoys teaching all levels of yoga, but is drawn to leading those just entering their yoga journey, through beginner's classes. My teaching style is: Traditional, relaxed, encouraging and therapeutic. I want my students to really experience and feel the poses to better understand their own bodies. I love when my students find relief through their practice and leave my class feeling rejuvenated, with a calmer state of mind. My favorite yoga pose is: Crow because it is fun, challenging and beautiful all at the same time. Yoga has helped me overcome: My need to always be in control. I am more able to let go and let things be!! My favorite music to practice to really depends on my mood, and the type of practice. I love practicing to indie, rock, some oldies, classical, and traditional chant/meditative sounds. I love my: Butt! Yes, I said it, my big bubble butt. I used to be embarrassed and ashamed of it, but have learned to love my curves! My favorite Deity or Goddess is: Hanuman because he is the provider of hope and courage, as well as a symbol of physical strength and perseverance to leap past your obstacles and achieve outstanding success. You must try this healthy snack: There are too many to name! I love baking! I have a killer recipe for paleo sweet potato brownies, vegan gluten free brownies, and chickpea blondies. Healthy alternatives are a must for someone with a sweet tooth like me. My favorite Sanskrit word is: Ananda which means "bliss." My advice for beginning yogis is: Don't give up! Yoga isn't about how physically flexible you are! It's about learning to be comfortable with yourself. The possibilities for your practice to grow and evolve are endless. I'm most grateful for: So many things, but most importantly, my family. I've been so blessed to grow up in such a loving home with support from both my immediate and extended family. The most exotic place that I've practiced yoga is: On top of a 14,000 foot mountain after hiking for hours to reach the top. If I could practice yoga with anyone, it would be: Adam Levine! He's my ultimate celebrity/yogi crush! My heroes are: My parents. They have shown me it's possible to work through any of life's difficulties, and come out stronger than you were before. My one wish for the world is: Positivity! If we could all just focus on the things we do have, instead of what we are lacking, we could be just a little bit happier.

Sarah Maloney (E-RYT 200)

Instructor at Release